Intermediate Phase: Head of Department needed at ADvTECH

Position Overview:

• We are seeking a dedicated, visionary, and experienced Head of Department (Intermediate Phase) to join our leadership team.
• The successful candidate will play a key role in driving academic excellence, promoting innovation in teaching and learning, and supporting both learners and staff in the Intermediate Phase (Grades 4–6).

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong academic leadership and management of the Intermediate Phase team.
• Develop and implement strategies to support effective teaching and learning.
• Mentor and support Intermediate Phase teachers to ensure professional growth and alignment with the school’s vision.
• Monitor learner progress and implement interventions where necessary.
• Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to ensure a cohesive and consistent educational approach across all phases.
• Uphold and promote the school’s Christian ethos and values in all aspects of school life.
• Maintain effective communication with parents and foster positive relationships within the school community.
• Lead curriculum planning, assessment practices, and school-based events relevant to the Intermediate Phase.

Minimum Requirements:

• A recognized teaching qualification (B.Ed. or PGCE) with specialization in the Intermediate Phase.
• SACE registration.
• A minimum of 5 years of Intermediate Phase teaching experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.
• Proven track record of innovation in curriculum delivery and learner achievement.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
• A deep personal commitment to Christ and the ability to lead within a faith-based educational setting.
• Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans is strongly recommended, in keeping with the school’s dual-medium approach.

Advantages:

• Experience with Inquiry-Based Learning and the integration of 21st-century skills.
• Familiarity with CAPS and private school curriculum enhancement.
• Experience in a parallel-medium or bilingual school environment.